6150-016566490; JDN ARLEIGH BURKE CLASS DDG; JKN WASP CLASS LHD/AMERICAN CLASS LHA; JSN WHIDBEY ISLAND CLASS LSD; L7N WASP CLASS LHD; ZDN LPD-17 CLASS AMPHIBIOUS TRANSP
ID: SPE4A6-24-R-0333Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATIONRICHMOND, VA, 23237, USA

NAICS

Hardware Manufacturing (332510)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS AIRCRAFT ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS (1680)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    Description

    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential sources capable of manufacturing and supplying components for NSN 6150-016566490, specifically related to various classes of naval vessels. The procurement involves the new manufacture of items, which includes labor, materials, facilities, and equipment, as well as responsibilities for supply chain management and logistics planning. This opportunity is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of the U.S. Navy's fleet, and the contract may be set aside for small businesses or procured through full and open competition. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by June 8, 2023, at 2:00 PM EST, to LaDonna Groven at LaDonna.Groven@dla.mil.

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